Charlie The Whale by Sammy Nestico. For jazz ensemble. Sammy Nestico Premium Jazz Series. Funk. Advanced. Score and set of parts. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.SN70106).
Written for Sammy's friend Charlie Lake, highlights in this well-articulated funk excursion include an amazing sax section soli, a full-length tenor sax solo chorus, followed by additional solos for alto, trumpet, trombone and piano. An all-out band shout brings everything to a memorable finish.

Don't You Worry 'Bout a Thing by Stevie Wonder. Arranged by Paul Murtha. Score & Parts. Esprit Marching Band. Grade 3. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.3745325).
Written in a moderate Latin tempo, this catchy tune features the melody traded between various sections, cool harmonies, and a soaring final chorus with driving percussion. Great change of pace for drill teams or concert sets on the field.

Sir Duke (Mallet Percussion Feature). By Stevie Wonder. Arranged by Paul Murtha. Score & Parts. Esprit Marching Band. Grade 3. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.3745327).
This popular '70s hit by Stevie Wonder features one of the signature instrumental riffs from that era. Paul's great-sounding arrangement provides a natural showcase for your mallet percussion section and fun for the rest of the band as well.

Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours by Stevie Wonder. Arranged by Paul Murtha. Score & Parts. Esprit Marching Band. Grade 3. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.3745329).
This early hit by Stevie Wonder is still one of the best-known, most dynamic tunes that he ever recorded. This solidly scored arrangement is exuberant and fun for all.

Superstition (includes Living for the City intro) by Stevie Wonder. Arranged by Paul Murtha. Score & Parts. Esprit Marching Band. Grade 3. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.3745323).
One of the trademark funk tunes of the early '70s, this arrangement opens with a powerful fanfare based on “Living for the City,” then launches into the familiar strains complete with the signature horn riffs and driving rhythm.

Chameleon by Herbie Hancock. Arranged by Alan Baylock. Jazz Ensemble. Jazz Ensemble. Premier Jazz Series. Funk; Rock. Grade 4. Conductor Score & Parts. 74 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing (AP.29801).
Gotta have this one! Composed by Grammy winner and jazz legend Herbie Hancock, arranged for you by Alan Baylock, this is funky and hip. Open solo space for all, lead trumpet goes up to written D, plus a few hot drum fills. This is a great chart. (6:30).

Blue Train by John Coltrane. Arranged by Kris Berg. Jazz Ensemble. Jazz Ensemble. Premier Jazz Series. Funk; Swing. Grade 4. Conductor Score & Parts. 96 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing (AP.30649).
John Coltrane’s jazz standard is arranged by Kris Berg to offer strong ensemble writing, a fierce sax section soli and solo space on the 12-bar blues chord progression. It’s flexible so you can have few or many soloists of all instruments with backgrounds as needed. Great tune, great chart—it’s as simple as that. (6:57).

Take the "A" Train by Billy Strayhorn (1915-1967). Arranged by Alan Baylock. Jazz Ensemble. Jazz Ensemble; SmartMusic. Premier Jazz Series. Funk; Swing. Grade 4. Conductor Score & Parts. 118 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing (AP.30644).
Think of Take the "A" Train with a contemporary flair and you have the idea behind this inventive chart by Alan Baylock. Opening up in a swing groove, then alternating with a funk feel, bari sax, bass 'bone, guitar and bass have the initial melodic statement in this terrific chart. Solo space is available for alto sax 1, trombone 1, bari sax and trumpet 2, and the lead trumpet range is to written D, above the staff. A modern yet superb chart of a tune everyone knows. Festival material! (5:15) This title is available through SmartMusic.

Higher Ground by Stevie Wonder. By Stevie Wonder. Arranged by Mike Tomaro. For Jazz Ensemble (Score & Parts). Jazz Ensemble Library. Grade 4. Score and parts. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.7011823).
From Stevie Wonder's acclaimed Innervisions album from 1973, this infectious funk tune has been covered by a variety of artists over the years and found its way into several movies. With a distinctive rock shuffle groove and memorable riffs, Mike Tomaro has transformed this into a sizzling version for jazz ensemble.

Rolling in the Deep by Adele. By Adele Adkins and Paul Epworth. Arranged by Michael Brown and Will Rapp. For Marching Band (Score & Parts). Contemporary Marching Band. Grade 3-4. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.3745583).
Here's the #1 pop hit from singing sensation Adele in a bluesy and powerful chart for the field. Perfectly paced with variety and dynamics, this familiar hit will sound great indoors or out.

Someone Like You/Rumour Has It by Adele. Arranged by Michael Brown and Will Rapp. For Marching Band (Score & Parts). Contemporary Marching Band. Grade 3-4. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.3745611).
This mash up of two signature hits by Adele creates an effective production number for the field. The opening segment of Someone Like You features a baritone solo with woodwind accompaniment that builds nicely with lush full ensemble scoring. The driving Rumour Has It features a bluesy solo for alto sax (or trumpet) and then a powerful push to the end.

Rockhouse by Ray Charles (1930-2004). Arranged by Ken Schaphorst. For big band (solos for tenor saxophone, trombone and guitar). This edition: Trumpet range to Ab5. Blues, Jazz. Level 4. Score and set of parts. Published by UNC Jazz Press (NC.1178).
(8 Brass) (Level 4) Based on one of the greatest blues riffs ever devised, this R & B influenced, Ray Charles composition is arranged to feature tenor saxophone, trombone and guitar solos. Additional solo space may be added. The original arrangement is recorded on Ken Schaphorst Big Band: After Blue.

Skyfall by Adele. By Adele Adkins and Paul Epworth. Arranged by Jay Bocook and Omar Carmenates. For Marching Band (Score & Parts). Contemporary Marching Band. Grade 3-4. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.3745680).
Adele continues her amazing string of hits with this distinctive and evocative song written for the James Bond movie Skyfall. Mystery, adventure, excitement, and drama all in one arrangement!

Blurred Lines by Robin Thicke. By Pharrell Williams and Robin Thicke. Arranged by Paul Murtha. For Marching Band (Score & Parts). Contemporary Marching Band. Grade 3. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.3745774).
With an infectious R&B groove, this mega hit from Robin Thicke has become one of the hottest tunes of the year. Perfect for stands or dance features.

Prelude on St Anne by Maxwell. For piccolo trumpet in Bb/trumpet in Bb, 2 trumpets, flugel horn, 1 horn in F, 4 trombones, 1 tuba. Brass Ensemble. London Brass Exclusive. Difficult. Score and parts. Published by Brass Wind Publications (B5.9097).
ISBN M570276431.
This popular Prelude from 1739 is one of Bach's few compositions to be published during his lifetime. It starts with a bold opening then moves onto a fairly contrasting fugal middle section before restating the opening theme for a grand, regal finish.

Isn't She Lovely by Stevie Wonder. Arranged by Bill Holman. Jazz Ensemble / Jazz Band. The Bill Holman Big Band Series. From the JVC CD "The Bill Holman Band". Swing / Shuffle. Grade 4-5. Score and set of parts. Published by Sierra Music (S1.SMP-307).
Exactly as recorded on the JVC "Bill Holman Band" CD, Stevie Wonder's great tune never sounded so good! Set in a medium-shuffle feel, this chart features tenor saxophone (a la Bob Cooper on the CD) and the wonderful gift of Bill Holman's imaginative arranging. Reasonable brass ranges make this a piece most bands can have a wonderful time playing. Everyone will love this one. 5-4-4-4 (on Demo CD 111).

Search by Neil Slater. Arranged by Neil Slater. Jazz Ensemble / Jazz Band. Jazz Masters Series. Funk / Samba. Grade 3-4. Score and set of parts. Published by Sierra Music (S1.SMP-360).
Neil Slater, the Director of Jazz Studies at the University of North Texas, is a superb composer. This chart will be a lot of fun for your band to play. The piece is set in such a way that it is moving between a funk and a samba feel. Solo space is provided for tenor saxophone and/or guitar. The funk and samba feels work great together. The brass ranges are very reasonable. Neil wrote this one to use with the many All-State Jazz Ensembles he conducts throughout the country. 5-5-5-4 (on Demo CD 108).

The Cool Ones by Fred Stride. Arranged by Fred Stride. Jazz Ensemble / Jazz Band. Fred Stride Series. Funk / 3 Flugelhorns Featured. Grade 4-5. Score and set of parts. Published by Sierra Music (S1.SMP-363).
If you have three "hot" trumpet players, this will be a great chart for you. Actually, it features 3 players on flugelhorns, with a very hip, funky, moderate groove that just feels terrific! Brass ranges are very reasonable, and the whole chart just works great! The 3 players also have lots of "blowing" space. A guaranteed "winner" for your band. 5-5-4-4 (opt. aux. perc.) (on Demo CD 108).

Slipstream by Neu. For jazz ensemble. Jazz Journey Series. Funk. Medium. Score and set of parts. Duration 4 minutes, 55 seconds. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.61702).
This funk original for advancing groups provides an ideal way to sustain the interest of the audience while teaching essential jazz fusion skills to developing musicians. Written in the style of Herbie Hancock's Chameleon, it utilizes effective lines that intertwine with the bass parts and includes an open solo section. Each set contains a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson. Duration 4:55.

Trumpets Forever by Jeff Jarvis. For jazz ensemble plus 5th trumpet. Jazz Journey Series. Funk. Medium. Score and set of parts. Duration 4 minutes, 55 seconds. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.61770).
Given the widespread popularity of Jeff Jarvis' Critical Mass, Honk, and Slingshot, you're going to love his latest funk original for advancing groups. A solid, catchy funk groove coupled with a rich chord progression gives it plenty of audience appeal. Solos are offered to 2nd and 4th Trumpets. Each set also includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson, and rhythm section parts are partially notated with chords cued. Duration 4:55.

Michael by Gene Thorne. For jazz ensemble, 4th trumpet doubles on flugelhorn. Jazz Journey Series. Funk. Medium. Score and set of parts. Duration 6 minutes, 45 seconds. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.61495).
Written in memory of Michael Jackson, The King Of Pop, this driving funk original built on a minor motive embodies many of the elements of great big band writing while capturing the spirit and style of Jackson's music. Featuring sophisticated harmonies, a memorable melody, and a catchy groove laid down by bass, baritone sax and bass trombone, soloists include trumpet and tenor sax. This is one of those special charts that's playable by advancing groups, yet has enough substance for more proficient groups, too. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included. Duration 6:45.